1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 251 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | XM | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
