1989 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | XM | 75 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |