1992 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 21 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 100 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, 1992 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Prius |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
