1991 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 14 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 440 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.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | XM | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
