2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 127 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 Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga 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 Venga | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1126 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
