2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
