1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 607 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
