1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Focus |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 205 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 | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |