2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
