2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
