2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2007 Citroen C8 and 2003 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 127 kg more than 2007 Citroen C8.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2003 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C8 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
