1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 323 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | XM | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
