1989 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Because 1996 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | MR2 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |