1989 Citroen XM vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
