1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 807 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 807. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 807.
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 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | XM | 807 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
