1989 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1995 Toyota MRJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota MRJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | MRJ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
