1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1996 Kia Sephia 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 408 kg more than 1996 Kia Sephia. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
