1992 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 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, 1992 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Soul |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
