1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 886 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xantia | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |