2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 182 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | XM |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
