2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio.
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, 2002 Kia Rio (113 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (94 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
