2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Citroen C6 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage. 2007 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C6 | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C6 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |