1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Citroen Kia
Model Visa Sorento
Year Released 1986 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 3340 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 56 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 309 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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