2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio.
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, 2002 Kia Rio (113 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (95 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C3 | Rio |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 113 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |