1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 101 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.
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 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
