1992 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 19 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 16 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | XM | i20 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
