2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 446 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Xsara | Visto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
