2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |