1994 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 5 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 149 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
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 (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | XM | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
