1994 Chrysler Neon vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, both 1994 Chrysler Neon and 1994 Citroen XM were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 286 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Neon. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Neon | 1994 Citroen XM | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Neon | XM |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |