1989 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 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, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | XM | C5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
