2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 2009 Ford Expedition. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Expedition | XM |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |