1989 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 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), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 20 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 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | XM | 307 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 188 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 | 1310 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |