1989 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 178 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 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |