1989 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 238 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 Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird. 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 Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |