1989 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
