1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 546 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.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | XM | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
