1989 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 12 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
