1990 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
