1989 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 36 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |