2012 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Citroen C4

To start off, both 2012 Kia Sorento and 2012 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 469 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Kia Sorento 2012 Citroen C4
Make Kia Citroen
Model Sorento C4
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 108 HP
Torque 229 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1744 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4671 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1885 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1709 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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