2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 262 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C4 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
