1989 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 8 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. 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 (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Duna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
