1990 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 54 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Juke |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
