2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
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 Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Magentis would be higher. Both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2006 Kia Magentis are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 707 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
