1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 770 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | XM | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
