1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | XM | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
