2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
