1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra 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 22 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 151 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 (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
