1997 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 10 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 91 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM.
Because 2007 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
