1989 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | XM | Clio |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
