1992 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 82 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.
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 Ford C-MAX (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
