1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 16 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
