2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 12 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 16 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2012 Kia Rio 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. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
