2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 167 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Sorento | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
