1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 674 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2000 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 |
