2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Cee'd | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
