1989 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 332 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo. 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 (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | XM | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
