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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 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 519 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.
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 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 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.
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 | 2975 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
