2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
