1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 818 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
