2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 122 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
