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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (76 HP @ 4800 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 437 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 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 2500 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 | 2088 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 900 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 |