2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 172 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 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | XM |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
