2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Citroen XM
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1990 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | XM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
