2011 Kia Optima vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2011 Kia Optima and 2011 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
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 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5. 2011 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Optima | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Optima | C5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |