1992 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 6 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, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1998 Morgan Plus 4 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 1998 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen XM | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | XM | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |