2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
