2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 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), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 297 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 53 L |
