2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
