2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C5 and 2009 Kia Venga were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Kia Venga | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Venga |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1253 kg |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |