1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1080 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 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | XM | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
