2001 Kia Visto vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2010 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Visto | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Visto | C3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |