2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.
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, 2009 Citroen C3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C3 | Cerato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |