1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Citroen XM
To start off, 1998 Citroen XM is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM. 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 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | XM |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
