1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15.
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, 2006 Kia Sedona (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C 15 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
