1994 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 11 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 2005 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Chairman. 2005 Daewoo Chairman 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. 2005 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2005 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | XM | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
