1989 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | XM | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
