1991 Citroen XM vs. 1991 Ford Scorpio
To start off, both 1991 Citroen XM and 1991 Ford Scorpio were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1991 Citroen XM and 1991 Ford Scorpio are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen XM weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen XM | 1991 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
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 | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |