2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 11 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Rio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4016 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |