2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
