2006 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 17 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 261 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 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | MDX | XM |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
