1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Citroen 15 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 15 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1943 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |