2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
