1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV 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 233 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 2CV 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:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 2CV | Sorento |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |