2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
