2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 532 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Sportage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |