2009 Kia Carens vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carens | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Carens | Xantia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |