1997 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
