2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 588 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Mountaineer | XM |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |