2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2007 Kia Spectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Spectra weights approximately 544 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2007 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 53 L |
