2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2005 Kia Magentis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 498 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C-Airdream | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
