1989 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, both 1989 Citroen XM and 1989 Renault 19 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 (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1989 Renault 19 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | XM | 19 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |