1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 241 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |