1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 20 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), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 227 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xantia | Forte |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |