2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
