1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue.
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 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | XM | Vue |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| 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 | 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 | 72 L |
