2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C2 and 2009 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 545 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 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C2 | Eos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |