1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
