1996 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 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 1990 Peugeot 505. 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | XM | 505 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |