2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Picanto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 15.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |