1989 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
