1996 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 1996 Citroen XM and 1989 Toyota Celica are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |