1994 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | XM | Leon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
