2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 789 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C3 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
