2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sephia II (79 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2005 Kia Sephia II.
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, 2005 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
