2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1998 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
