1990 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, both 1990 Citroen XM and 1990 Citroen C 15 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. 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, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | XM | C 15 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |