1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 830 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xantia | Picanto |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |