1974 Citroen SM vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen SM (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 728 kg more than 1974 Citroen SM.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1974 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | SM | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
