1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 921 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Xsara | Kyron |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |