1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 49 kg more than 1997 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Fleetwood | XM |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
