1989 Citroen XM vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1992 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 222 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 1992 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1992 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |