1989 Citroen XM vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
