2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 411 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.
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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | XM |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
