1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | XM | Forte |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |