1992 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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, 1992 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Citroen XM.
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 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen XM | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | XM | Passat |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |