2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 112 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, 2007 Kia Rio (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
