1989 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Marcia 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia 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 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
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 (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | XM | Marcia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |