1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 177 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | XM |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
