1990 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 2009 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Ka |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
