2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 903 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (152 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
