2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 704 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
