1989 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Carina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
