1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Rally Raid | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
