2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C2 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C2 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |