2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2.
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, 2012 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
