1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon 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 36 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 333 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Ikon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |