2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Picanto | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |