1989 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 77 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
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 (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | XM | 9000 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |