1988 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 261 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | XM |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
