2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 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 | 1290 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |