2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 157 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.
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, 2007 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
