2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 4 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 218 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C6 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
