2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed.
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, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Pro-ceed |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 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 | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |