2003 Citroen C vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C and 2003 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 824 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C. 2003 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C | Opirus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2810 mm |