1990 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 108 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
