2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Citroen C5

To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 573 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Kia Sedona 2012 Citroen C5
Make Kia Citroen
Model Sedona C5
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 179 km/hour 186 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.3 seconds 13.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1527 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 68 L


 

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