1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 39 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
