1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Citroen XM
To start off, 1998 Citroen XM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 524 kg more than 1998 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Citroen XM | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Town & Country | XM |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |