2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis.
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, 2010 Kia Magentis (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Magentis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |