2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 2006 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Citi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |