1989 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
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 (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | XM | Tracer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |