2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 667 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C1 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
