1995 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 10 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, 2005 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 60 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, 2005 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen XM | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | XM | 406 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
