1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1945 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1945 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 15 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1945 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |