1989 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 13 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Citroen | Panoz |
Model | XM | Esperante |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |