1994 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 1994 Citroen XM and 1994 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 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 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM. 1994 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | XM | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
