1991 Citroen XM vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1991 Citroen XM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. Both 1991 Citroen XM and 1987 Mazda 626 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | 626 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
