1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 85 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 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |