1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 46 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | XM | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
