2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C4 and 2005 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 246 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |