1989 Citroen XM vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 88 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | XM | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
