1989 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio 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. Both 1989 Citroen XM and 1998 Ford Scorpio are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Scorpio 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 1998 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
