2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. 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 C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | RIO |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |