1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 12 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | Sentra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |