2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 368 kg more than 2001 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C2 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C2 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 53 L |