2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Kia Shuma.
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 C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Shuma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |