1989 Citroen XM vs. 1992 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 3 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 184 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1992 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | XM | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
