1988 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | AX | Sorento |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |