1989 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour 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, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Contour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
