1995 Citroen XM vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen XM | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | XM | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
