1994 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 407 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.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | XM | 407 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
