1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | XM | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |