1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 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 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | XM | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |