2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (97 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 158 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.
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, 2006 Citroen C2 (150 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C2 | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1493 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 132 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.4 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |