1990 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | XM | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1640 kg |
