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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 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 | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |