2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (120 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 424 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
