1991 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 8 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
