1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 985 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | XM | Touareg |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.7 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 | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |