1994 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 49 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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
