1996 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 1 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM. 2011 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | XM | Soul |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1279 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 |