2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 999 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C 15 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |