1992 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 630 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1994 Donkervoort D8 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 1994 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen XM | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
Model | XM | D8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |