1989 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 68 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Contour |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |