2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, both 2009 Kia Optima and 2009 Citroen C-Crosser were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Kia Optima and 2009 Citroen C-Crosser are equipped with a 2,359 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C-Crosser.
Because 2009 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser will offer significantly more control. 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 C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2009 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 2009 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Optima | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
