2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 445 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Sportage | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
