1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 600 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C 15 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |