2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
