1989 Citroen XM vs. 1992 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1992 Seat Toledo 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 292 kg more than 1992 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1992 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | XM | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
