1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
