1994 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 65 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (276 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | XM | 147 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |