2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C4 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
