2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C4 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
