1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Kia Sephia. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xantia | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
