2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
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 Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
