1989 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 290 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, 1989 Citroen XM (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
