1989 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo 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 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 114 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | XM | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2327 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
