1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2009 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. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Visa | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
