1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 382 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xantia | Rio |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4026 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |