1994 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 14 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 212 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | XM | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
