1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 129 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
