1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
