2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 2007 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |