1995 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Citroen CX
To start off, 1995 Citroen XM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen XM weights approximately 54 kg more than 1990 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen XM | 1990 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | XM | CX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
