2003 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C5 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
