2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 532 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
