2001 Kia Visto vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 652 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Visto | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Visto | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
