1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1235 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Expedition |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 127 L |