1991 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 204 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
