2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C2 and 2005 Kia Visto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C2 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C2 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. 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, 2005 Citroen C2 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C2 | 2005 Kia Visto | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C2 | Visto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 930 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |