2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 471 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 2008 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
