1994 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 417 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
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 (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | XM | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
