1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 31 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 268 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | XM | Actyon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |