2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 890 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Pregio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |