2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
