1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 328 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1994 Citroen XM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Blazer | XM |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |