2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | XM |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
