1991 Citroen XM vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Citroen XM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen XM weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen XM | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | XM | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |