1989 Citroen XM vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Condor |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1505 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |