2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
