2000 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Rio | C5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
