2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 421 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.
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 Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 11.7 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 | 978 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
