2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 613 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |