1996 Citroen XM vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
