1992 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 15 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 26 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 95 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 2007 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | XM | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
