2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 477 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Kia Avella | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Avella |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |