1990 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
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, 2013 Kia SOUL (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | SOUL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |