2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C5 2012 Kia Cee'd
Make Citroen Kia
Model C5 Cee'd
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 85.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 205 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1317 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 53 L


 

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