2011 Kia Optima vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2011 Kia Optima and 2011 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 377 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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, 2011 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2011 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Optima | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Optima | C3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
