1994 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM. 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Forte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
