2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 673 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
