1996 Citroen XM vs. 1973 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Stag (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Triumph Stag.
Because 1973 Triumph Stag 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 1973 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1973 Triumph Stag (192 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1973 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | XM | Stag |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
