1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Sorento |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |