2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C2 and 2007 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Spectra weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C2 | 2007 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C2 | Spectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |