1990 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna 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 8 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 80 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | XM | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
