1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 262 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |