1990 Citroen XM vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | XM | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |
