1990 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1995 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Ulysse (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 230 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, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1995 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
