2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 935 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C2 2002 Kia Sorento
Make Citroen Kia
Model C2 Sorento
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 80 L