1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 620 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.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso 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 Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | XM | Musso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
