2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |