2003 Citroen C vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2003 Citroen C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 179 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
