1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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 Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul 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 Soul | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xantia | Soul |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 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 | 1368 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |