1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 469 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | XM | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |