1989 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 210 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.
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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | XM | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |