1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 9 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
