2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 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 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Picanto | Xsara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |