1990 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 6 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 26 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XM | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
