1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 703 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C 15 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |