1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 22 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander. 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 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | XM | Commander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |