1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 830 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.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
