1975 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | GS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
