1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2007 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
