1989 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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. Both 1989 Citroen XM and 2013 Scion FR-S are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion FR-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2013 Scion FR-S 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. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Citroen | Scion |
Model | XM | FR-S |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |