2005 Citroen C vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2495 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 |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 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 | 945 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
