2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 16 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 406 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | XM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
