2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 820 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
