1989 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, both 1989 Citroen XM and 1989 Renault 25 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 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 Renault 25. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 25. 1989 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1989 Renault 25 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | XM | 25 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |