2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
