1990 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | XM | 406 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
