2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C2 and 2009 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. 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 Ford Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 106 L |
