1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2008 Mazda MPV 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. Both 1989 Citroen XM and 2008 Mazda MPV are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MPV weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2008 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | MPV |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
