1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1992 Citroen XM
To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Corsica and 1992 Citroen XM were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 71 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 1992 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corsica | XM |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
