1989 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XM | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
