1991 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 262 kg more than 1991 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Citroen XM 2009 Kia Sportage
Make Citroen Kia
Model XM Sportage
Year Released 1991 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 93.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 193 km/hour 174 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 58 L


 

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