2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Shuma (100 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Kia Shuma.
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 Kia Shuma (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
