2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |