1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 228 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 2007 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | XM | Compass |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |