2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Rio (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
