1996 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | XM | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
