1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 224 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1953 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1953 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
