2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 452 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C1 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |