1990 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 18 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 330 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 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | XM | Patriot |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |