1989 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | XM | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |