2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 8 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 117 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, 2011 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 48 L |
