2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1129 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.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
