2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Rondo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |