1994 Citroen XM vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Presea. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Nissan Presea. 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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Presea |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
