2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 702 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C4 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |