2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 748 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C3 | Pregio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |