2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Kia Potentia

To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2001 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C3 2001 Kia Potentia
Make Citroen Kia
Model C3 Potentia
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 138 HP
Torque 118 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 87.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1211 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2720 mm


 

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