1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 689 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 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
