1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 136 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 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | XM | Bora |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
