1989 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 285 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 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2000 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
