1990 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 9000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 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, 1994 Saab 9000 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | XM | 9000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |