2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 6 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 2008 Kia Rio (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
