2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 484 kg more than 2006 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 Sedona (296 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
