1989 Citroen XM vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 22 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 750 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 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | XM | X6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
