1995 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 14 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, 1995 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen XM | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | XM | Citi |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
