1989 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, both 1989 Citroen XM and 1989 Ford Sierra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Sierra (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Sierra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |