1994 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 12 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | XM | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
