1989 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
