1989 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 530 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
