1990 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 9 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, 1999 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | XM | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
