1989 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1989 Citroen XM and 1989 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 522 kg more than 1989 Holden Gemini. 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 (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Gemini. (117 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1989 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | XM | Gemini |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |