1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 184 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Avella |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
