1991 Citroen XM vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | XM | Korando |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
