1989 Audi V8 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, both 1989 Audi V8 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1989 Audi V8 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 V8 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 Audi V8 (340 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (116 Nm). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | V8 | XM |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
