2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 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 3,778 cc (6 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 571 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C4. 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 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |