2005 Citroen Picasso 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 Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Picasso | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |