2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Sportage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |