2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
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 Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato.
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 Cerato (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato 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 Cerato | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
