1989 Citroen XM vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 1988 Holden Commodore 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 1988 Holden Commodore. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1988 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | XM | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
