2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2.
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, 2001 Kia Carens (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
