2012 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2012 Kia Sportage and 2012 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Sportage | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Sportage | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |