1994 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 127 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605.
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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | XM | 605 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
