1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 476 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Quest |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
