1989 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 263 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Citroen XM 2001 Nissan X-Trail
Make Citroen Nissan
Model XM X-Trail
Year Released 1989 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2088 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.5:1 16.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1337 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 60 L


 

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