1994 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 78 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | XM | Altea |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |