1989 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, both 1989 Citroen XM and 1989 Nissan Laurel were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 66 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 1989 Nissan Laurel 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 1989 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1989 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | Laurel |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |