1994 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
