1994 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | XM | Forte |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |