1992 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 11 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 34 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen XM | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | XM | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |