1989 Citroen XM vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 10 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, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | XM | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |
