1987 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 927 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
