2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C8 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |