1994 Citroen XM vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 9 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, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 272 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
