1989 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1232 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 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Armada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |
