1989 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Ranger 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 1997 Ford Ranger. 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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Ranger |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |