2002 Citroen C-Airdream 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-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C-Airdream 2005 Kia Sorento
Make Citroen Kia
Model C-Airdream Sorento
Year Released 2002 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 208 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3000 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 2027 kg
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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