2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 53 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C3 | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |