2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 599 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Sorento | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
