1989 Citroen XM vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 202 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Croma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
