1997 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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, 1997 Citroen XM (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | XM | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |