1990 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 20 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM. 2010 Infiniti FX 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. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | XM | FX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5019 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |