1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 19 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 70 kg more than 2012 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
