1991 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1991 Citroen XM
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1991 Citroen XM were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen XM weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Citroen XM (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1991 Citroen XM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Cavalier | XM |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |