2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C3 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |