2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xanae is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 736 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xanae. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xanae | Retona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
