1990 Citroen XM vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Astra 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | XM | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
