1989 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 165 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.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | XM | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |