1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
