1995 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 17 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, 2012 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 50 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, 2012 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen XM | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | XM | Leon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 229 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 | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |