1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 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 51 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
