2010 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2011 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Rio | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Rio | C4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |