2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 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, 2010 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C2 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 48 L |
