2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xanae is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xanae is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xanae weights approximately 189 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xanae | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
