1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 349 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
