2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 13 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 766 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.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Astro | XM |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
