1994 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 17 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 56 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | XM | T5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
