2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,721 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
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, 2005 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C6 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C6 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2721 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2639 mm |