1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 16 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |