1976 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen LN | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | LN | Sorento |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |