2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
