2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2004 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
