2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 761 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Pregio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |