2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 417 kg more 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, 2009 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Venga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
