1994 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta 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. Both 1994 Citroen XM and 1996 Lancia Delta are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
