2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C2 and 2009 Ferrari 612 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP) has 413 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 870 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 2009 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2009 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | C2 | 612 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 533 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 105 L |