2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
