1994 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Infiniti Q45
To start off, both 1994 Citroen XM and 1994 Infiniti Q45 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 163 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.
Because 1994 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM. 1994 Infiniti Q45 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 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Citroen XM | 1994 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | XM | Q45 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |