2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 342 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.
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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C3 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |