1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Kia Elan
To start off, 1999 Kia Elan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Elan (149 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Elan should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 242 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan.
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 Kia Elan (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1999 Kia Elan | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Elan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
