1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,628 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 151 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 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2008 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Citroen XM | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | XM | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3628 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |