2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | C2 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |
