2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 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 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 99 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5.
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, 2006 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Cerato |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |