1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 23 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1053 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 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | XM | X5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |
