1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 309 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 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | XM | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 280 mm |
