1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Citroen XM were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 17 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1989 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | XM |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
