2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Sportage (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C5 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |