1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 729 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg 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 Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | XM | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
