1989 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 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. Both 1989 Citroen XM and 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 266 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | XM | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |