2005 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 554 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Carens | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
