2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 735 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.

Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Citroen C2 2009 Kia Sportage
Make Citroen Kia
Model C2 Sportage
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1123 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 65 L