1989 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 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. Both 1989 Citroen XM and 1997 Mazda 626 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
