1989 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra 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 2,444 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra. 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 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
