2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C2 and 2009 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 10 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2009 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C2 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |