1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 175 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | XM | Caliber |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |