2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
