1994 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 4 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 160 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
