1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 456 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |