1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 7 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 900 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
