1989 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, both 1989 Audi 90 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 2,308 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 103 kg more than 1989 Audi 90.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 90 | XM |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2308 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |