1989 Citroen XM vs. 2002 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 13 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 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Chairman. (151 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2002 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2002 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | XM | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
