1989 Citroen XM vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 535 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 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | XM | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
