2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 548 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 1997 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Sorento | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1452 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
