2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Carens |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |