2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
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 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Cee'd | C4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
