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 32 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 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 | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 124 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 | 165 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 | 2307 kg |
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 | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |