1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1987 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen C 15 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C 15 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |