1991 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Citroen XM.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. 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 Citroen XM (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Serena |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
