1994 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 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 15 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 230 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 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | XM | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2919 mm |
