1989 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 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 | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
