2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C6. 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, 2012 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Sorento | C6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |