2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
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 Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 16 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C4 | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Magentis |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |