1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
