2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Potentia weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Potentia 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 2002 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2. 2000 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
