2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Sedona | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
