2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 322 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.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
