1996 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | Terrano |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |