1986 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 747 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sorento (301 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
