2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 187 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C2 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C2 | Soul |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 48 L |