1989 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1989 Citroen XM and 1989 Ford Granada 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 45 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 49 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Granada 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 1989 Ford Granada. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1989 Ford Granada | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Granada |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 116 L |