1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 515 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.
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 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
