1990 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 21 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
