1989 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1989 Citroen XM and 1989 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 494 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |