2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Sorento | C8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1743 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
