2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2002 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2002 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Picanto | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |