1974 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX 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:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
