2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Citroen C6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C6 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
