2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 20 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 (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 463 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C8 | XM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
