1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | Croma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |