1994 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 13 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XM | Vito |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
