1989 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1994 Eagle Talon is newer by 5 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, 1994 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Eagle Talon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1994 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | XM | Talon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
