1989 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 96 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XM | E |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
