2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
