2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 78 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4026 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |