1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2008 Kia Sportage 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. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
