1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | XM | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
