1989 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 615 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 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | XM | Panamera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |