2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (138 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 229 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.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C3 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1991 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 | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |