2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 507 kg more than 2000 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 Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C3 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |