2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 6 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Rio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |