1994 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1080 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
