1989 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 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 | 1310 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
