2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato. 2008 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
