1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 104 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
