1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 412 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 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | XM | Sable |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |