2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 281 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
