1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
