1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 18 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 70 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, 1989 Citroen XM (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 186 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 | 1382 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |