1990 Citroen XM vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 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 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2002 Mazda RX-8 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 2002 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
