1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 315 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
