1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 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 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 197 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | XM | Sportage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |