2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2008 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C2 | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |