1989 Citroen XM vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 530 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1992 Marcos Mantula 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 1992 Marcos Mantula. 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1989 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 1992 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1992 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | Citroen | Marcos |
Model | XM | Mantula |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |