1992 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1576 kg more than 1992 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
