1989 Citroen XM vs. 1991 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1991 Infiniti Q45 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 330 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 Infiniti Q45 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 Infiniti Q45. 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 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1991 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | XM | Q45 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |