1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 570 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | XM | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
