2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 224 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. 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 Citroen C3 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
