1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | XM | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
