2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 692 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C 15 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
