2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 71 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
