1989 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 4 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Because 1993 Holden Commodore 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 1993 Holden Commodore. 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | XM | Commodore |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |