2008 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C-Crosser would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser weights approximately 584 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C-Crosser | Forte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
