1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 50 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | XM | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |