2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 812 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
