1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 194 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.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C3 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C3 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |