1986 Citroen Axel vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1133 kg more than 1986 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Axel. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Axel | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Axel | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
