1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 344 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 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |