2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Sephia (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1993 Kia Sephia.
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, 1993 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1993 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
