1989 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina 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, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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 (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |