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