1989 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
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 (255 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | XM | Thema |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
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 | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 178 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |