2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (169 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 197 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | XM |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
