1989 Citroen XM vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1790 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 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Excursion |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 167 L |