1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 319 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Avella |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
