1989 Citroen XM vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 2 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 175 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 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2930 mm |