1994 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 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 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 218 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, 1994 Citroen XM (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | XM | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1395 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
