1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 425 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 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | XM | Antara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
