1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 148 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | XM | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |