2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 2 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens.
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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12 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 | 1585 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |