2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona 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 Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C4 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
