1989 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Ford Ka
To start off, 1997 Ford Ka 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1997 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Ka |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
