1991 Citroen XM vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, both 1991 Citroen XM and 1991 Mitsubishi Verada were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 235 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen XM | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | XM | Verada |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |