2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.
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, 2004 Citroen C4 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C4 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
