1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 87 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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 (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper 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 | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | XM | Cooper |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2466 mm |