2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
