1994 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | XM | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
