1990 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 33 kg more than 1990 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | XM | Mystique |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |