1989 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 410 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
