2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5.
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 C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
