2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C4 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
