1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Armada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
