2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 72 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Avella |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
