2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2008 Kia Shuma.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Shuma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |