1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | XM | Cooper |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |