2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |