2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Sedona |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |