1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 222 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xantia | Venga |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17:01 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 14 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 | 1710 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |