2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 263 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Retona |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |