2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 284 kg more than 2010 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Sorento | C8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
