1989 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1996 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 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. Both 1989 Citroen XM and 1996 Fiat Ulysse are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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 (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1996 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
