1987 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Citroen XM
To start off, 1995 Citroen XM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 196 kg more than 1995 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1995 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | XM |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
