1994 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 429 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
