1989 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 175 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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 (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |