1989 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana

To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 196 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Citroen XM 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
Make Citroen Porsche
Model XM Pan Americana
Year Released 1989 1990
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1998 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 115 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 76.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2280 mm


 

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