1989 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 258 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | XM | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1640 kg |
