1994 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 173 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | XM | Touran |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1550 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 | 1280 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |