2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2000 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2000 Kia Joice | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Joice |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |