1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 700 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
