2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 728 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C4 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
