1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 10 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1989 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | S-10 | XM |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |