1989 Citroen XM vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
