1995 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1995 Citroen XM. 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen XM | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | XM | C5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| 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 | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
