2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 752 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
