1989 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 410 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 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Tundra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |