2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima. 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 Kia Optima (245 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Kia Optima | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |