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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 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. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 142 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 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 | Rear |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |