1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 121 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
