1994 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 547 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Brava |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1369 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1587 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
