1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | XM | Korando |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |