2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 12 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, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Forte |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |