2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Kia Visto were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 758 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Visto |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |