1989 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | XM | Impulse |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
