2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 462 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C 15 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
