1994 Citroen XM vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | XM | 25 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
