1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. 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, 1999 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Focus |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |