1989 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 450 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 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Tundra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |