1994 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 10 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 68 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | XM | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
