2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |