2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen C5 (314 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Sorento | C5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |