2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 33 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | RIO |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |