1994 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 263 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 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
