1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 433 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 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | XM | Charger |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
