1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 19 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 3 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2008 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | Doblo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |