1989 Citroen XM vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 896 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | XM | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
