2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 184 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C 15 | RIO |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
