1989 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 65 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | Stilo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |