1994 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 285 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM. 2000 Mercury Sable 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. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | XM | Sable |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |