2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 137 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.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
