1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | XM | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |