1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 506 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C3. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C3 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C3 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |