2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C5 and 2009 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |