2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 941 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
