1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | XM | Passat |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |