1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | Xterra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |