2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 650 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1. 2009 Citroen C1 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Kia Sorento | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Sorento | C1 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |