1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 118 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 TT 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 TT 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 TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT 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 TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | XM | TT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2469 mm |
