1994 Citroen XM vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 554 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. 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 (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
